The New Orleans Police Department asked for the public’s assistance on April 17 in identifying and locating a vehicle involved in a hit-and-run accident at the intersection of General Meyer Avenue and Farragut Street.
Police said the incident happened around 8:09 a.m. when a white Jeep Cherokee, year unknown, was traveling westbound on General Meyer Avenue and struck a 13-year-old special needs child who was crossing the street on the way to school. The impact reportedly threw the victim about ten feet from where they were hit. The juvenile was transported to a local hospital for trauma treatment.
Authorities said that after striking the child, the driver left without stopping or providing aid. Investigators believe the vehicle has front-end damage and did not have a license plate displayed at the time of the incident.
The case remains under investigation by NOPD Fourth District detectives. Anyone with information about this incident, including details about the driver or location of the vehicle, is urged to contact detectives at 504-658-6040. Those wishing to remain anonymous can call Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans at 504-822-1111 or toll-free at 1-877-903-STOP.
Police continue their efforts to gather leads as they seek justice for the young victim.
